Nominated Supervisor I Marrickville

Part-Time Opportunity | 4 Days Per Week | Leadership Role

Marrickville Rd Preschool is seeking a passionate and experienced Director / Nominated Supervisor to join our dedicated team 4 days per week.

This is a unique opportunity to take on a meaningful leadership role within a community-focused, child-centred preschool, supported by experienced staff.

We pride ourselves on providing quality education, strong relationships and a positive, inclusive team culture where educators feel supported, valued and empowered to grow.

At Marrickville Rd Preschool, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where every child can thrive.

Our program supports school readiness while also focusing on each child's emotional, social and developmental growth, helping children build the confidence, independence and skills they need for a successful transition to primary school.

We believe children learn best when they feel safe, connected, valued and supported.

As the Nominated Supervisor and Director, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing the daily operations of the service, maintaining regulatory compliance and supporting high-quality educational practices.

This is a people-focused leadership role. You will work closely with the team both on and off the floor, providing support, guidance and mentoring while helping create a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

You will also build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community, creating trust, connection and meaningful community involvement.

This role is well suited to a confident, approachable and collaborative leader who is passionate about mentoring educators, building a strong team culture and delivering excellence in early childhood education.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the service

• Ensure compliance with the NQF, Child Safe Standards and QIP

• Support and mentor educators to achieve high-quality outcomes

• Work collaboratively on and off the floor, including assisting with lunch-break coverage when required

• Manage administrative responsibilities, including enrolments, records, compliance documentation and reporting

• Maintain accurate records through the OWNA platform

• Build strong and positive relationships with children, families and the community

• Foster a positive, respectful and collaborative team culture

• Support rosters, staffing requirements and service operations

• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality outcomes

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

• Previous experience in as a Director in an Early Childhood Service

• Strong knowledge of the NQF

• Experience using OWNA or a similar childcare management system

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

• A genuine passion for people, leadership and early childhood education

• 4 days per week with flexibility to support work-life balance

• A strong focus on people and team culture

• Ongoing professional development and mentoring

• A positive, respectful and inclusive workplace

• Opportunity to make a genuine impact

• Your ideas, experience and contribution are valued

In this role, you will help:

• Maintain strong regulatory compliance

• Support high-quality administration and documentation

• Strengthen operational systems through OWNA

• Drive continuous improvement and quality outcomes

• Promote safe, engaging and high-quality learning environments

• Support and develop educators

• Build strong relationships with families and the community

• Create a positive, connected and high-performing team culture

If you are an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about people, quality, relationships and making a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

Join Marrickville Rd Preschool and become part of a team where people are valued, educators are supported and children are at the heart of everything we do.